The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1887-12-22
MUSIC AND DRAMA.
THE SYMPHONY CONCERT.

| THE SYMPHONY CONCERT.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra under the CON
duetorship of Mr. Kneisel,was the attraction Of the
Stockbrldge course last evening, and the audience
| notwithstanding the day had been so thoroughly
disagreeable, was as large and apprecative as it
always Is when the orchestra furnishes the enter
tainment.
The piece de resistance Of tie evening was
Haydn's Sixth Symphony in G., one Of the twelve,
so-called London Symphonies. II Is to be regret
ted that in the presentation Of this symphony Mr..
Gerlcke saw ut to disregard the expressed desire
of the leading musical people of our city who had
especially requested that Spohrs "Conseeration
Of Tones" should be given, which gave SO much
delight to Bostonians when he presented in that
city some three weeks ago But whether MIR.
Gericke considered the suggestion an imperti-
nence, or not is Of little consequence. He has
the satisfaction Of knowing that he rudely disap-
pointed musical people who felt very friendly
towards him. In the place of that grand sym.
phony Haydn's No. 6, or G, symphony was given,
one OF the most criticised of all that great com
posers works. and while we do not concur with
some cities, who-as their predecessors Of a for
mer generation did-derlde II and call ii common
place, with 10 kettle-drum bang in the second
moyement-we think another could have been
chosen that would have given greater satisiac-
tion. The symphony is called the surprise be
cause Of this sudden beat Of the drums In the sec
ond movement. Its form Is admirable, and from
its tangible preludes it starts into irvaco assai
of six-eight time. The Blhluet is of the old form
and the allegro is very amusing. The beautiful
playing by the strings was noticeable throughout
this number.
The opening overture, sehubert's "Rosamunde"
is delclously melodious, WHILE at the same time,
tits very brilliant and showed to perfection the
admirable shading Of the orchestra. The Scherzo
from "NIidsummer Nights Dream" one Of the
most exquisite pieces Of orchestral writing, was
beautifully rendered; as well as IL ever has been
In this city. All the airy grace and livelness Of
the composer were brought out In distinct relief.
Perhaps II remained for the brilliant bizarre
"Alsatienne Dances" of Bizet 10 especially de
light an audience which had become towards the
close of the concert quite enthusiastic.
The soloists OF the evening were Mr. Noble, the
Young om Soprano Of Boston, Who made he debut last
spring. Miss Wentworth possesses a voice Of ex-
celent compass, Of admirable quality, and sings
were the Toi che Sdpete from the Marriage In
Figaro" Gounod's "Iribit dc Zamora" and God
ceiyed and quite warmly applauded. Mr.. Noble
captured the audience. He is one OF the best Of
Ills tone IS iimped, clear and strong. His express
ion is a great feature, while as far a. technique
goes, he has a complete command OF 1t. He crea-
ted quite furore.
The fifth Y. NJ. G. A. course entertainment will
be given at City hal tonight. Rev. Dr. Weren't
one Of the brightest and most interesting lectur-
ers in the country will deliver his famous lecture
on THAT Boys Sister Tickets can be procured
at St0ckbridge's.
PARK GARDEN.
Tonight the whole company will be seen in
their comedy entitled "a Piece OF Pie In three
Slices" Saturday afternoon there will be a spec
ial matinee for the children.
GRASS WIDOW.
Parsloe the funniest stage Chinaman in the
country win appear at Portland Theatre tonight
in the Grass Widow" The Albany Journal says;
oCharles T. Parsloe has a capital Chinese part
in wnn Lung in "a Grass Widow" which was
presented ct the Leland Opera House last even
ing His portrayal of the willy heather is the best
on the stage Owen Westford has a ludicrous
role in Erasmus spook, theosophlst which he
fills very cleverly. Other characters combine
with these to produce most anusng piece. lt
insures a hearty laugh 10 any one who
sees IT,"
MOULTON's DRAMATIC co.
Next week MOulton's Dramatic Company viii
occupy the stage of Portland Theatre. Christmas
or Monday matinee "The Lancashire Lass will
be given; Monday evening "A Celebrated Case,'
TUESDAY Ticket Of Leave Mani" Wednesday
Twice Married. Thursday" The Dukes Mot
to;'' Friday Lost In Loudon;i' Saturday "Oliyer
Twist